4506-1 super

[pahermit]

Every once in awhile I see a mention about the 4506 being able to shoot the 45 super.Has anyone on this forum really done it? What mods were needed if any? I would be worried about damaging the gun.On other thing,I reload some of my 45 rounds to about 950 fps with a 225 gr lead.How much better would the super be than my loads?That is my black bear protection load SHOULD I ever need it but really don't expect it.All the black bears I come across avoid me.And I've had at least 6 or 7 bears walking across my property every year from apr to nov.I'm an avid 1911 45 shooter but have a 4506-1 that feeds EVERYTHING I put in it.The only downside to it is the heavy trigger.....WOW sorry for the ramble,guess thats what happens from living alone in the mountains.

 

[KurtC]

I use Ace Hindman's kit in my 4546. Buffalo Bore has ammo.
Ace Custom 45s, Inc.

 

[VTHokiesDuckHunter]

Just another train of thought, but since it's always a good thing to acquire another gun, and since that conversion kit is not going to come cheap, I'd think about a S&W or Ruger large frame revolver in .44 Mag.

Other benefits - there are lots of good loads available that will easily put down a black bear, and are relatively inexpensive compared to .45 Super Buffalo Bore.

I'd be looking for a S&W 629 with a 4" or 6" barrel, or a Ruger Redhawk with 4 1/4" barrel or Ruger Super Alaskan if you want something a little smaller.